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Samsung Galaxy Light (T-Mobile)

 & Eugene Kim Former Analyst, Mobile

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Thanks to its LTE support and solid call quality, the Samsung Galaxy Light stands as a good value for entry-level Android smartphones on T-Mobile. - Samsung Galaxy Light (T-Mobile)
3.5 Good

The Bottom Line

Thanks to its LTE support and solid call quality, the Samsung Galaxy Light stands as a good value for entry-level Android smartphones on T-Mobile.

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Pros & Cons

    • Solid feature set for the price.
    • 4G LTE enabled.
    • Great call quality.
    • Mediocre battery life.
    • Middling camera.

Samsung Galaxy Light (T-Mobile) Specs

Battery Life (As Tested) 8 hours, 11 minutes
CPU Samsung Exynos
Dimensions 4.78 by 2.5 by 0.4 inches
Screen Resolution 800 by 480 pixels
Screen Size 4

Remember the Samsung Galaxy Exhibit, aka the Galaxy S III Mini? As if two versions weren't enough, Samsung and T-Mobile have teamed up for yet another iteration of this diminutive Android smartphone. The Galaxy Light ($216 direct) adds LTE and NFC, and increases the screen size by a few tenths of an inch. The result is more of the same: a modestly equipped, affordable, entry-level Android phone. If TouchWiz tickles your fancy, and you don't need a ton of phone, the Galaxy Light is a good deal on T-Mobile.

Design, Network, and Call Quality

There's nothing new here in terms of design. You get the same, somewhat tired "inspired by nature" look of last year's Galaxy devices with the same glossy plastic build. At 4.78 by 2.5 by 0.4 inches (HWD) and 4.3 ounces, the Light is indeed light and comfortable for one handed use. Below the display is the physical Home button flanked by capacitive Menu and Back buttons, while Power and Volume buttons are on the right and left sides, respectively. The flimsy plastic back pops off to reveal a microSD card slot and the removable 1800mAh battery.

Final Thoughts

Thanks to its LTE support and solid call quality, the Samsung Galaxy Light stands as a good value for entry-level Android smartphones on T-Mobile. - Samsung Galaxy Light (T-Mobile)

Samsung Galaxy Light (T-Mobile)

3.5 Good

Thanks to its LTE support and solid call quality, the Samsung Galaxy Light stands as a good value for entry-level Android smartphones on T-Mobile.

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About Our Expert

Eugene Kim

Eugene Kim

Former Analyst, Mobile

Before joining the consumer electronics team at PCMag, Eugene worked at local news station NY1 doing everything from camera work to writing scripts. He grew up in Montclair, New Jersey, and graduated from the University of Virginia in 2010. Outside of work Eugene enjoys TV, loud music, and making generally healthy and responsible life choices.

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